Event Information
Wairakei Estate Ironkidz triathlon event is open to anyone aged between 7 and 15 years. Splash & Dash is for those aged between 5 and 7 (yes you can enter either event if your child is 7, whichever you think is the best option for them).
There are two events: The triathlon for everyone aged 7 – 15 years old, and a Splash & Dash event for 5 – 7 year olds.
To complete the triathlon, competitors complete a swim, following by a bike ride, followed by a run. You can enter on your own – which means you swim, bike and run (in that order) – or as part of a team of three, which means you swim or bike or run. You are also able to enter as a team of two. If you enter as a team of two, one of you will do two of the three legs (swim, bike, run).
You can enter on your own, or in a team with friends. Either way, everyone’s a winner and having fun is the name of the game!
Note: Elite section – there are no teams, you must have a road bike (mountain bikes will not be accepted), be a competent swimmer and be a member or either a triathlon club or a school triathlon group. This club/group must be stated on entry form. Entries will be limited to 30 per age group. This is a timed event with time limits on each leg and trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd.
The Splash & Dash is a paddle in Lake Taupo and a short run along the lakefront. Children do not need to be able to swim and parents can accompany their child if they wish.
There are two events: The triathlon for everyone aged 7 – 15 years old, and a Splash & Dash event for 5 – 7 year olds.
To complete the triathlon, competitors complete a swim, following by a bike ride, followed by a run. You can enter on your own – which means you swim, bike and run (in that order) – or as part of a team of three, which means you swim or bike or run. You are also able to enter as a team of two. If you enter as a team of two, one of you will do two of the three legs (swim, bike, run).
You can enter on your own, or in a team with friends. Either way, everyone’s a winner and having fun is the name of the game!
Note: Elite section – there are no teams, you must have a road bike (mountain bikes will not be accepted), be a competent swimmer and be a member or either a triathlon club or a school triathlon group. This club/group must be stated on entry form. Entries will be limited to 30 per age group. This is a timed event with time limits on each leg and trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd.
The Splash & Dash is a paddle in Lake Taupo and a short run along the lakefront. Children do not need to be able to swim and parents can accompany their child if they wish.
As well as an awesome day out with your family and friends, you’ll receive lots of goodies:
T-Shirts
T-shirts are not included in your entry fee and will be unavailable to order after Thursday 6th February. Entries after this date will be unable to order t-shirts. Wairakei Estate Ironkidz shirts are $20 and are available in sizes: 8, 10, 12, 14,16, Adult S and Adult M. They will not be for sale at Registration or on event day. Please ensure you order the correct size as there will be no exchanges. More details about sizes and measurements can be found on the entry form.
The Rules (more detailed rules can be found on the Event Day information page)
The main rule is play fair… we want everyone to have a great day.
During the event, no help from family or friends is allowed, just heaps of encouragement and clapping! All non-competitors must remain behind barriers and off the course.
Training
Well it’s simple, just get out and do it! We suggest a balanced programme of trips to the pools or beach, a occasional bike ride with mum and dad and a run, jog, walk as often as possible. Lots of participants like to get together with friends to train and then either participate individually or together as a team.
Bike Safety
It is the responsibility of individual participants to have their bike and fitted helmet checked and meet safety requirements prior to event day. We suggest that this be done the week before.
- Event number and swim cap
- Wairakei Estate Ironkidz Certificate
- Wairakei Estate Ironkidz medal
- Chances to win great spot prizes
- Celebrities and sporting stars and Taupo Ironmen to cheer you on
T-Shirts
T-shirts are not included in your entry fee and will be unavailable to order after Thursday 6th February. Entries after this date will be unable to order t-shirts. Wairakei Estate Ironkidz shirts are $20 and are available in sizes: 8, 10, 12, 14,16, Adult S and Adult M. They will not be for sale at Registration or on event day. Please ensure you order the correct size as there will be no exchanges. More details about sizes and measurements can be found on the entry form.
The Rules (more detailed rules can be found on the Event Day information page)
The main rule is play fair… we want everyone to have a great day.
During the event, no help from family or friends is allowed, just heaps of encouragement and clapping! All non-competitors must remain behind barriers and off the course.
Training
Well it’s simple, just get out and do it! We suggest a balanced programme of trips to the pools or beach, a occasional bike ride with mum and dad and a run, jog, walk as often as possible. Lots of participants like to get together with friends to train and then either participate individually or together as a team.
Bike Safety
It is the responsibility of individual participants to have their bike and fitted helmet checked and meet safety requirements prior to event day. We suggest that this be done the week before.
Transition Area
Your parents or legal guardian (one adult only) can help set up your bike and helmet in the transition area before the event. Once this is ready, they must leave the transition area. There will be lots of friendly volunteers that will help you along the way whenever you need them. Bikes are not be allowed to be taken from the transition area until advised by the Wairakei Estate Ironkidz Event Co-ordinator – this is usually after Prizegiving.
Eating Well
Your child will need to eat and drink more while they’re training. Lots of good healthy food (three meals a day and snacks) and heaps of water.
And one last thing… remember Wairakei Estate Ironkidz is about kids giving it their best shot and having a good time.
There’s some of the basics out of the way… you’ll find everything else there is to know somewhere here on the site.
Your parents or legal guardian (one adult only) can help set up your bike and helmet in the transition area before the event. Once this is ready, they must leave the transition area. There will be lots of friendly volunteers that will help you along the way whenever you need them. Bikes are not be allowed to be taken from the transition area until advised by the Wairakei Estate Ironkidz Event Co-ordinator – this is usually after Prizegiving.
Eating Well
Your child will need to eat and drink more while they’re training. Lots of good healthy food (three meals a day and snacks) and heaps of water.
And one last thing… remember Wairakei Estate Ironkidz is about kids giving it their best shot and having a good time.
There’s some of the basics out of the way… you’ll find everything else there is to know somewhere here on the site.